Manufacturing Supervisor

Support the Manufacturing Manager by leading daily production execution and frontline team coordination. Ensure work is performed safely, on time, and according to standard work. Focus on daily oversight, issue detection, basic containment, training execution, and escalation to protect quality and delivery.

Wasco is a family-owned and operated business that engineers, manufactures, and sells the best pressure sensors. Wasco switches are used in semiconductor manufacturing, fire suppression, military vehicles and many other markets, but our mission starts with our team.

At Wasco we respect, encourage, and support each other as we bulldoze problems that hold us back. We look forward to adding more talent to the Wasco team as we continue to make the best pressure sensors.

Wasco creates a stable and enjoyable work environment for our team members to grow and thrive!

Education: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Experience: 2+ years of relevant manufacturing experience required.

Supervisory

Experience:

2+ years of supervisory experience required.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment: This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and computer use. The role also involves climbing stairs multiple times per day and occasionally lifting up to [X] lbs. Occasional travel may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Leadership, Management & Accountability: Assist the Manufacturing Manager in overseeing and assigning technicians’ schedules, prioritizing shop orders, and monitoring team morale. Conduct individual check-ins, goal tracking, and performance reviews, including crucial or disciplinary conversations, to ensure team effectiveness and engagement.
• Training & Development: Identify, assign, and document required training for manufacturing technicians. Maintain accurate Training Records and support skill development initiatives to meet production and safety standards.
• Operational Coordination: Coordinate with other departments, field questions, provide solutions, and make daily announcements to ensure smooth workflow and communication across the organization.
• Work Environment & Production Oversight: Ensure work environments are prepared and maintained before and after shifts, anticipate and prevent shortages or downtime, and verify all work conforms to written work instructions and quality standards.
• Flexibility & Additional Support: Work overtime as needed and perform other duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations.
• Core Values & Mission Alignment: Understand, fully support, and demonstrate Wasco’s mission statement, core values, and operating principles in all actions and decisions.

• Technical Interpretation & Manufacturing Knowledge:

  Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications; knowledgeable in manufacturing processes and calibration.

  Experienced with laser and TIG welding, clean room assembly, and soldering.

  Familiar with shop paperwork, labor tracking, and demonstrates strong time management skills.

  Effective leadership and communication abilities; proficient in English (reading, writing, speaking) with bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

Benefits: paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k)